Upcoming Events

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business. Solar United Neighbors will walk you through the technology, economics, financing and more. You’ll also learn about the Solar Co-op in your area. 

Need help lowering your energy bills and making your home more comfortable? There is SO much information out there and so many programs…it can be hard to know where to start! Good Energy Connections can help – at no cost to you.

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business, as well as the Solar Co-op in your area.

Join this fun and informative energy efficiency workshop in Ottertail

Join the University of Minnesota Extension for an in-depth webinar featuring pioneers of cattle solar grazing. 

Celebrate Earth Day with fun family activities and eco-friendly vendors to learn how you can live more sustainably and care for our environment. 

Join West Central Initiative and Solar United Neighbors for a free evening of solar inspiration as we reflect on the success of the Lakes and Prairies Solar Co-op, celebrate Earth Day, and explore what’s ahead with the 2026 co-op. RSVP by April 20!

The City of Oakdale Eco Fair will provide the Oakdale and broader community with valuable information on a wide range of environmental topics and initiatives. Event includes vendors and exhibitors, a clothing swap, family-friendly activities, and a food truck.

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business, as well as the Solar Co-op in your area.

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business, as well as the Solar Co-op in your area.

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business, as well as the Solar Co-op in your area.

The Gateway to Solar Conference, hosted by the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA), is one of the Midwest's biggest and best solar + storage conferences. Each year solar installers and developers, manufacturers, distributors, financiers, engineers, utilities, job trainers, trade unions, non-profits, government agencies, and more gather for quality networking and education.

The future of energy innovation is being built in communities across Minnesota, and we’re excited to bring leaders driving Minnesota’s energy and electrification future together to explore what comes next.